Where to begin?? It has been an exciting couple weeks here at Union Catholic!
After receiving a record number of applications from students seeking admission into the Class of 2012, admission decisions were made and letters were mailed on January 17th. Congratulations to all our accepted students!
Thursday Union Catholic principal, Sister Percylee Hart, hosted a Scholarship Reception for the recipients of the Union Catholic Scholarships. Students and their families were addressed by senior Angela Sessa who spoke about her decision to attend UC and what a difference it has made in her life. Angela let our families know that even though she would be a “HOYA” for the next four years, in her heart would always be a “VIKING”. Angela, we will miss you next year – Georgetown is lucky to be getting you! Camille, a junior at UC, spoke to the students about all the opportunities to get involved at UC, from clubs to sports and to let them know that a “Big Brother or Big Sister” would be there to help them make the transition!
Ok, so that was Thursday, let’s move to Friday ~ The Accepted Students Dance! WOW – it was awesome. Our own anxious “Big Brothers and Sisters” awaited the arrival of the Class of 2012. The minute they arrived the gym was jumping – it took no time at all for the class to gel and dance the night away. The D.J., an alum from UC, kept them up and dancing all night. It was wonderful to see students who came not knowing anyone leave with a whole new group of friends. This is going to be a great class!!!
Now I don’t like to brag, but let me share a little story about one of our seniors. His grandmother passed away and her funeral was Friday morning. He was scheduled to help out with the dance, but we never expected him to come to help ~ but he was there. When I saw him, he said he wouldn't miss it, he wanted to be there. His dedication and school spirit is just an example of the kind of students we have here – thank you Tony!
Of course it was at the dance that one of the Class of 2012 students reminded that I had not updated my blog ~ so Vashon, this blog is for you ~glad you enjoy reading them!
Saturday night the Viking Vault was alive with school spirit as our basketball team (who had all helped with the dance the night before) went on to beat rival Roselle Catholic. Both teams played hard and with tremendous sportsmanship. Congratulations boys – it is a great day to be a Viking!
Today is Sunday and this afternoon we will meet and greet our accepted students and their families once again at our Q&A Sunday. They will be able to go on tours, meet and talk with our faculty members as well as UC parents and students. The commitment to a high school is a huge decision and the admission office wants to make sure that every last question is answered! If you can’t make it today, feel free to give us a call ~ we’re happy to help!
As I’ve mentioned before, as an alum of UC it is especially exciting to watch each new class come in. Some students will be beginning their own legacy, some carrying on a UC tradition from a parent or sibling; either way UC is an amazing place to be. Here students receive a strong education in a faith-filled environment and manage to have a lot of fun along the way! As Mr. Luciano always says…”At UC ~ We’re Living The Dream”!!!
Welcome Class of 2012 ~ We look forward to seeing you on the 2nd!
Next blog…update on how the UC track team does at the Milrose Games at Madison Square Garden on Friday, February 1st – Good luck to Coach McCabe and the UC Track Team!
